2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris Marina would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1975 Morris Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Morris Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (95 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Sorento | Marina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
